Familiarity with a broad range of information technologies
and how they are used.

A specialised and focused emphasis on information systems
securiy as it applies in contemporary industry.

The skills and knowledge required to critically evaluate and
refine information systems security strategies and programmes.

Admission required:

2 Principal Passes at STPM level and with 4 Credit Passes at
SPM including Mathematics; or

2 Passes with at ‘A’ Levels and with a Credit Pass at ‘O’
Levels / GCSE including Mathematics; or

The APIIT/APU Foundation or equivalent with CGPA of 2.0 and
Credit in Mathematics at SPM/O-Level; or

5 Grade B's in UEC including Mathematics; or

Canadian Pre-University (CPU) with minimum average of 50%;
or

Australian Matriculation (AUSMAT) with minimum average of
60%; or

South Australian Matriculation Certificate (SAM) with
minimum of 60%; or

International Baccalaureate with minimum 24 marks;

Victorian Certificate of Education with minimum average of
50%;

Ontario Secondary School Diploma with minimum average of
50%; or

A qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above

COURSE STRUCTURE

Level 1

The IT degree and all of its specialisms have similar modules in
Level 1. Modules that provide a foundation for any IT professional
include System Analysis & Design, Fundamentals of Software
Development, and Introduction to Programming in an appropriate
language. Technical knowledge and skills essential in this field of
specialisation are introduced in Operating Systems & Computer
Architecture, Introduction to Networking, and Introduction to
Security and Forensic Technologies. Introduction to Management and
Computing & IT in the Workplace provide a foundation for
multi-disciplinary education and understanding personal and
organisational development. Important and relevant skills for
independent learning are introduced throughout this level

Common Modules

• Computing & IT in the Workplace

• Fundamentals of Software Development

• Introduction to Databases

• Introduction to Management

• Introduction to Networking

• Mathematical Concepts for Computing

• Operating Systems & Computer
Architecture

• System Analysis & Design

Specialised Modules

• Introduction To C Programming

• Introduction to Security and
Forensic Technologies

In addition to the
above, all students are also required to successfully complete
General Studies modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification
Agency, as well as fulfill credit requirements for Co-Curricular
Activities

Level 2

Specific skills related to Information Systems Security are
enhanced at this level through the Network Security, Ethical Hacking
and Incidence Response, Principles of Networks and Network Design,
and Mobile Wireless Technology modules. Your analysis and design
skills are developed with System Development Methods, while yur
programming skills are sharpened with Object Oriented Development
with Java and System Programming & Computer Control. Along with
independent learning, a common theme in all APU ICT awardes is
fostering creativity and innovation in individuals and teams. These
themes are the specific focus of the Creativity & Innovation and
Research Methods for Computing & Technology modules.

Common Modules

• Creativity & Innovation

• Object Oriented Development with
Java

• Probability & Statistical Modeling

• Professional & Enterprise
Development

• Research Methods For Computing and
Technology

• System Development Methods

Specialised Modules

• Ethical Hacking and Incidence
Response

• Fundamentals of Mobile Computing

• Mobile & Wireless Technology

• Network Security

• Principles of Networks and Network
Design

• System Programming and Computer
Control

Internship

After the completion of Level 2 students will undertake a short
Internship / Industrial Training. This will prepare them for a
smooth transition from the classroom to the world of Information
Technology

Level 3

The focus of Level 3 is further development of relevant technical
skills and the ability to apply these skills with strong critical
thinking and analysis. Specific information systems security
environments are covered by the Computer Systems Security, Wireless
and Mobile Security, and Voice Over IP Security modules. Malicious
Software and Security Programming, Design of Corporate
Communications Systems, Penetration Testing, and Critical Issues in
Managing IS in Organisations provide a thorough understanding of how
information systems security supports modern organisational
activity. General personal and professional development is enhanced
in Project Management, while Innovation Management & New Product
Development continues the theme of generating new ideas and creating
new products.